India, Bangladesh Navies to join hands

India and Bangladesh have agreed to institute a Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) as an annual feature between the two Navies. The first edition will be inaugurated by Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba during his visit there from June 24 to 29.

The commencement of CORPAT is a major step towards the enhanced operational interaction between both Navies.

It is aimed to consolidate bilateral defense relations between India and Bangladesh and to explore new avenues for naval cooperation.